Mainz are a formidable force at home. Their five-game unbeaten run at the Coface Arena has launched them into the running for a place in Europe next season. After suffering a setback with their 3-2 defeat to TSG 1899 Hoffenheim on Matchday 23, the 05ers will be keen to show once again that they can challenge the big clubs.

Leverkusen are also in decent form, despite their 1-0 defeat to Borussia Dortmund last weekend, their first in six games in the Bundesliga. Roger Schmidt's men will have to tap into the deepest reserves of their energy, however, as they return from their UEFA Europa League second leg fixture against Sporting Clube de Portugal.